Warriors Defeat Timberwolves, Advance in NBA Cup

The Golden State Warriors defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 114-106, with Stephen Curry scoring 30 points and Draymond Green making decisive plays. The Warriors' defense was effective in limiting the Timberwolves' Anthony Edwards to 27 points, particularly impacting his performance in the fourth quarter. This victory ended a potential losing streak for the Warriors and provided momentum for their upcoming NBA Cup game against the Houston Rockets. Concurrently, the Milwaukee Bucks and Oklahoma City Thunder advanced to the NBA Cup semifinals with wins over the Orlando Magic and Dallas Mavericks, respectively. Damian Lillard and Giannis Antetokounmpo were crucial for the Bucks, while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder. Additionally, trade talks are underway with the Brooklyn Nets, who are considering moving veterans for young talent, possibly involving the Warriors.